OverviewWho We AreFasken is a leading international business law and litigation firm and was voted one of Canada’s Best Employers for 2024. Our firm's over 900 lawyers are located across offices in Vancouver, Surrey, Calgary, Toronto, Ottawa, Montréal, Québec City, London, and Johannesburg and an office in the professional and retail district known as Taza (/Ta-Zah/) on Tsuut’ina lands. Providing strategic and thoughtful advice in all areas of business law, our broad range of clients includes close to half of the Fortune 100 companies, as well as corporate clients, government agencies, regulatory authorities, non-profit bodies and individuals. Our clients ' interests are paramount inall that we do and we take pride in supporting our communities. We are a place where bright, talented, and collegial people want to work together, and we work hard together to achieve our goals in a collaborative and efficient way.A Day In The LifeThe HR Business Partner serves as the firm ’s first point of contact forall HR matters, delivering and continuously improving HR programs in close partnership with the Director, Human Resources.Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to:Act as a first point of contact for management and staff on HR matters and provide guidance, coaching and follow-up on employee related issues, conflict resolution, communication, progressive discipline, policy interpretation, performance management, and attendance management.Monitor employment legislation to make sure the HR policies in the region are compliant at all times, assist employees, lawyers, and/or management with the interpretation of the firm’s policies and procedures and/or government regulations.Assist the Director of HR with addressing employee relation issues, such as dispute resolution, discipline, communications, investigate and document employment issues, and recommend a plan of action.Work with the HRIS administrator to provide regular and ad-hoc reporting on key people metrics to identify trends and make recommendations,



complete Stats Canada and BCLMA CBA surveys as necessary.Manage the annual performance review process, deliver training to managers and employees. Support development of annual goals as necessary.Support the annual salary/ bonus/budget review and administration process by gathering data and providing all necessary information and reporting.Identify training needs, develop training to support development of managers and employees.Carry out exit interviews with departing staff, conduct terminations, identify trends in departures.Act as a point person on HR-related events, such as wellness week, appreciation day, and other to support collaborative and engaging culture of the firm.Research and recommend programming, develop budget, manage communication and execution of activities.Assist with implementation of HR projects, draft business cases, look for practical solutions to streamline work processes and enhance HR servicesPerform other duties as required.Required Knowledge & ExperienceA university degree and/or college diploma in Human Resources.A minimum of three years of related HR experience in a law firm.CPHR qualification or experience working as a Legal Assistant is considered an asset.Knowledge of the latest HR practices from sourcing to offboarding, and employment legislation in force.Understanding of reporting platforms, such as PowerBI, is preferred.Strong interpersonal and communications skills.Strong research and problem-solving skills.The ability to practice creativity and sensible judgment when resolving complex issues.An ability to forge productive and professional relations with personnel and administrative management team members.Open to change, good team spirit,



and a focus on client service excellence.Why Work With UsFasken is dedicated to rewarding your contributions and encouraging your career development. We offer a comprehensive salary and benefits package that is very competitive, together with opportunities for personal and professional growth.BenefitsA health and wellness subsidyAn annual education & tuition reimbursementFlexible medical and dental benefits (effective from day one)Short term and long term disability insurancePersonal daysEmployee & family assistance programPaid vacation and sick daysGroup retirement savings plan with matching contributionsMonetary incentive for employee referralsFlexible working arrangementsOpportunities to give back to your community through firm initiativesAn engaging firm culture that celebrates our hardworking and dedicated peopleDiversity and InclusionAt Fasken we believe a diverse workplace comprises individuals with unique backgrounds, characteristics and qualities. An inclusive workplace creates an equitable environment where individuals are respected and where they are welcome. Fasken is committed to diversity and inclusion in all that we do.Accessibility and AccommodationIt is important to our Firm that all its members, including those with disabilities, find our workplace to be welcoming and supportive. Reasonable accommodations are available on request for candidates with disabilities taking part in all aspects of the selection process.Background and Reference ChecksAny offer of employment may be conditional upon full background checks including a criminal record check, a credit check, employment and educational verification.CompensationThe typical salary range for this position is $80,000 - $90,000 annually; the base pay offered isbased on location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, internal and market equity.Your ApplicationWe appreciate hearing from all qualified candidates, however, only those applicants whose background and experience match our requirements will be contacted. Please submit your application here.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Human Resources Business Partner - C$80,000 - C$90,000 A Year (Toronto)
🏢 Fasken
📍 Toronto